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Briar Chapel, NC

North Carolina · Chatham County · Durham-Chapel Hill Metro

Briar Chapel is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 6,084. Residents earn $154,583 per year, which is 106% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,084 Population 2,911/sq mi density
$154,583 Median Income $66,204 per capita
$508,300 Home Value $422,372 Zillow
$2,941 Median Rent 41.2% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
146 Violent Crime/100K 2,326 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$154,583 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$508,300 home value, $2,941/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
146 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
79.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $154,583
106% higher than US avg
Home Value $508,300
80% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 146/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 79.4%
136% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,941
153% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.9%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Briar Chapel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,084
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density2,911/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$154,583
Per Capita$66,204
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$508,300
Rent$2,941
Ownership94.2%
Zillow$422,372
Housing Units1,918
Rent Burden41.2%

Crime

F
Violent146/100K
Property2,326/100K

Health

Obesity24.9%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking7.0%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation516 ft (157 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+79.4%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+42.1%
School Score5.94

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute27 min
Broadband97.4%
EV Stations10
Libraries3

Is Briar Chapel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briar Chapel receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Briar Chapel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briar Chapel is $154,583, which is significantly higher than the national average / 106% above $75,149. This places Briar Chapel among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Briar Chapel is $508,300, making it a premium housing market at 80% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,941 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Briar Chapel is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,326 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Briar Chapel is a highly educated community / 79.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Briar Chapel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Briar Chapel has a population of 6,084 with a density of 2,911 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 4.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.4% of residents, while 6.6% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 7.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,084
Total Population
2,911
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Briar Chapel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Briar Chapel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briar Chapel is $154,583, which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $66,204 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $998, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,182 business establishments, including 119 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 36.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Briar Chapel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$154,583
106% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,204
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$125,177
Gini Index0.496 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,182
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants119
Healthcare163
Retail189
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,662
62% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone57.3%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home36.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Briar Chapel is $508,300, 80% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,372, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,941 (153% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,918 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2015. The average annual property tax is $5,662 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 41.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$508,300
80% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$422,372
Median List Price$659,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$659,000
$/Sq Ft$254
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops27.8%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,941
153% above US avg
Rent Burden41.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.2%
Owner-Occupied94.2%
Renter-Occupied5.8%
Housing Units1,918
Median Year Built2015

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,662
62% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Briar Chapel, 24.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.9% of residents, below the national average. 26.5% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.0% report binge drinking. 12.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 13.2% experience frequent mental distress. 4.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,067. The dentist ratio is 1:1,997. 72.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Briar Chapel vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.9%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity12.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress8.0%
Short Sleep26.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,067
Dentists1:1,997
Mental Health1:559
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits77.0%
Premature Death7,552/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities163
Briar Chapel has a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,326 per 100,000, 19% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Briar Chapel receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Briar Chapel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent146.0/100K
62% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,325.8/100K
19% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Briar Chapel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 516 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation516 ft (157 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density2,911/sq mi
Coordinates35.8242°N, 79.1168°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyChatham County County
Nearest AirportRaleigh-Durham International (RDU)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above US avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.45"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score67.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability46.9 / 100
Community Resilience56.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 26, 2019.

Mar 21, 2011 9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina M2.9 128 km
Jul 12, 1993 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina M2.7 68 km
Mar 26, 2019 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina M2.5 69 km
Jul 29, 2012 7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina M2.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 281 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 221 km
2019 Dorian Category 2 279 km
2018 Florence Category 2 213 km
2016 Matthew Category 1 251 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 258 km
2011 Irene Category 1 250 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 259 km
2004 Charley Category 1 228 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 160 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 202 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 204 km
1996 Fran Category 3 79 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 165 km
1989 Hugo Category 2 219 km
1986 Charley Category 1 267 km
1984 Diana Category 4 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

299 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 24 fatalities, 692 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988 EF4 34 km 4
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 57 km 6
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 90 km 2
Mar 28, 2010 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 56 km 0
Nov 23, 1992 EF3 29 km 2
Feb 22, 1971 EF3 85 km 2
Mar 24, 1969 EF3 94 km 1
Oct 7, 1965 EF3 67 km 1
Mar 15, 1953 EF3 92 km 0
May 13, 2019 EF2 61 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 12 km 0
Apr 15, 2018 EF2 63 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 78 km 0
Nov 16, 2011 EF2 99 km 2
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 70 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 99 km 0
Oct 27, 2010 EF2 87 km 0
May 5, 2009 EF2 93 km 0
Nov 15, 2008 EF2 95 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

14 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COUNTY LINE ROAD FIRE (1,704 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 COUNTY LINE ROAD FIRE 1,704 97 km
2006 OVERHILLS 1,436 67 km
2020 UWH NARROWS DAM RX 1,222 98 km
2018 STRAUSBURG ROAD 1,219 99 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,090 83 km
2008 HIGHWAY 1 766 68 km
2019 UNNAMED 748 89 km
2019 ROBEDO SOUTH RX 727 95 km
2015 RIFLE RANGE FIRE 698 99 km
2009 UNNAMED 686 90 km
2022 UNNAMED 579 96 km
2020 UNNAMED 565 96 km
2009 UNNAMED 552 98 km
1995 UNNAMED 510 89 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in Wettest
September 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in

Briar Chapel has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (3.1").

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Briar Chapel is located in Chatham County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 79.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 136% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. 42.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 55.7% of the vote, a 12.5-point margin. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 163 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 57.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.2%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 12.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+79.4%
136% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+42.1%
School Test Score5.94
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,911/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi
CountyChatham County County

Services

Broadband Access97.4%
Avg Download Speed118.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed36.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities163
Restaurants119
Retail Stores189

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone57.3%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home36.5%
Average costs for common services in Briar Chapel. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$985
Toddler$790
Preschool$716
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$704
Toddler$649
Preschool$608
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Chatham County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,869 204 $46,503 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 1,941 122 $23,220 1.15
Construction 1,882 260 $60,491 1.93
Retail Trade 1,805 176 $33,170 0.97
Manufacturing 1,660 80 $57,967 1.09
Administrative & Waste Services 1,176 146 $51,267 1.08
Professional & Technical Services 1,034 376 $86,389 0.80
Other Services 800 212 $45,457 1.43
Wholesale Trade 496 110 $75,232 0.68
Transportation & Warehousing 422 56 $45,160 0.54
Educational Services 358 37 $41,076 0.93
Finance & Insurance 291 100 $80,867 0.39
Real Estate 224 108 $55,856 0.78
Arts & Entertainment 133 21 $26,336 0.43
Information & Technology 82 56 $136,517 0.24
Utilities 33 6 $119,841 0.47
Management of Companies 26 8 $68,638 0.08
Unclassified 4 9 $74,769 0.15

Radio Stations near Briar Chapel

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Afrobeats jazz afrobeats, amapiano MP3
WCMC-FM 99.9 The Fan ESPN carolina hurricanes, sports AAC+ 64 kbps
WCPE TheClassicalStation classical AAC+ 128 kbps
Jukin Oldies beach music, oldies MP3 64 kbps
WXDU 88.7 FM Duke University Radio duke, durham MP3 128 kbps
WRAL News+ local news, news AAC+ 64 kbps
100.7 WRDU UNKNOWN
His Radio christian, contemporary AAC+ 96 kbps
95.7 That Station aaa, adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
WKNC 88.1 HD2 college radio, indie MP3 192 kbps
WKNC 88.1 HD1 blues, classical MP3 192 kbps
Little Raleigh Radio: High quality 64 Kbps AAC+ country, independent radio AAC+ 64 kbps
WXYC freeform MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Briar Chapel

22 national parks and monuments found near Briar Chapel.

ParkTypeFee
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Carver's Creek State Park State Park Free
Deep River State Trail State Park Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site State Park Free
Eno River State Park State Park Free
Fairy Stone State Park State Park Free
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park National Military Park Free
Haw River State Park State Park Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area State Park Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Mayo River State Park State Park Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area State Park Free
Morrow Mountain State Park State Park Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail State Park Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Occoneechee State Park State Park Free
Os-058 State Park Free
Raven Rock State Park State Park Free
Staunton River State Park State Park Free
Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve State Park Free
William B. Umstead State Park State Park Free

Museums in Briar Chapel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF LIFE & SCIENCENATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM9192205429$8,419,493
CONTEMPORARY SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM$2,224,155
KIDZU CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM201 SOUTH ESTES DRIVE9199331455$643,445
NORTH CAROLINA COLLECTIONGENERAL MUSEUMWILSON LIBRARY UNC CAMPUS BOX 39309199621172$384,700
NORTH CAROLINA RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9193625416$182,498
MUSEUM OF DURHAM HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM500 WEST MAIN STREET9192469993$164,900
CHAPEL HILL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9199293233$123,698
HISTORICAL HILLSBOROUGH COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION310 NORTH CHURTON STREET9197327451$103,127
MARIAN CHEEK JACKSON CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION9199601670$94,558
LIBERTY ARTSART MUSEUM9192602931$86,606
HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF DURHAMHISTORIC PRESERVATION115 MARKET STREET SUITE 2219196823036$73,576
21C MUSEUM HOTEL - DURHAMGENERAL MUSEUM
ACKLAND ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM9199665736
AFRICAN AMERICAN EDUCATION AND RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
APEX HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1101 OLIVE CHAPEL ROAD9193628097
BLUE HEAVEN CAROLINA BASKETBALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9199295877
CAROL G. BELK GALLERYART MUSEUM
CAROLINA BASKETBALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9199626000
CHAPEL HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION523 E FRANKLIN ST9199291793
CHARLES R KEITH ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9199296383
COKER ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9199620522
DURHAM-ORANGE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FOOTHILLS HERITAGE FARMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GATES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9196848112
HAWFIELDS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2422 S JIM MINOR RD
HISTORY OF MEDICINE COLLECTIONSHISTORY MUSEUM9196848111
HISTORY-MEDICINE COLLECTIONSGENERAL MUSEUM411 CHAPEL DRIVE9196605870
JEWISH HERITAGE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM9199321844
LIFT CONTEMPORARYGENERAL MUSEUM
MONCURE MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM
MOOREFIELDSHISTORIC PRESERVATION9197324941
MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM AND SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9199621236
MUSEUM OF LIFE AND SCIENCECHILDREN'S MUSEUM433 MURRAY AVENUE9192205429
NASHER MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM9196845135
NATIONAL HAT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NORFOLK & SOUTHERN HISTORICAL SOCIETYART MUSEUM9194160965
NORTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9199620522
S.O.S. VOLENCE AWARENESS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2402 N DUKE ST
SARAH P. DUKE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9196843698
ST. JOSEPH'S HISTORIC FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9196831709
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA HERBARIUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
WILLIAM LANIER HUNT ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9199626931

Libraries in Briar Chapel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DURHAM COUNTY LIBRARY300 N ROXBORO ST0.01,599,551
CHAPEL HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY100 LIBRARY DR0.0543,547
CHATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES197 NC HWY 87 N0.0192,124

Farmers Markets in Briar Chapel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carrboro Farmers' Market301 West Main Street11/07/2015 to 03/26/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Chatham Mills Farmers' Market480 Hillsboro St04/04/2015 to 09/26/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Duke Farmers MarketResearch Drive, Duke University Medical Center Campus04/24/2015 to 09/25/2015Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Duke Farmers Market at Duke Regional Hospital3643 N. Roxboro Rd.05/06/2014 to 09/30/2014Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Duke Mobile Farmers MarketThe Sarah P. Duke Gardens on Anderson Drive04/08/2014 to 09/30/2014Tue: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Durham Farmers' Market501 Foster Street04/02/2016 to 11/19/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Durham Roots Farmers Market1058 W Club Blvd 04/16/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Eno River Farmers Market in Downtown Hillsborough144 E. Margaret Lane04/01/2016 to Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Fearington Farmers MarketRoute 1 box 323 JVisit
Fearrington Farmers' MarketEast Camden04/03/2018 to 11/20/2018Tue: 4:00 AM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Food ShuttlleVisit
Hillsborough Farmers Market460 Waterstone Drive04/01/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Mobile Farm Fresh of NCVisit
Pittsboro Farmers MarketChatham County FairgroundsVisit
South Durham Farmers' Market5410 NC Highway 5504/04/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Southern Village Farmers MarketAberdeen Drive at Market Street05/01/2012 to 10/31/2012Thu: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit
The Chapel Hill Farmers' Market201 South Estes Drive04/01/2017 to 11/18/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Briar Chapel

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allen & Son Bar-B-Que
Guanajuato
Moon Asian Bistro
Panda Garden

Dentists in Briar Chapel

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Everbright Dental

Gas Stations in Briar Chapel

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Eagles

Gyms in Briar Chapel

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crossfit
Kung Fu Academy

Breweries in Briar Chapel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bowling'sbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, service stations, Bars, Durham, NC, Restaurants & B4530 N Roxboro St9194773713Visit
Bull City Burger and BreweryBrewery, Burger Joint107 E Parrish St9196802333Visit
Bull City CiderworksFood & Drink, Brewery, Breweries, Brewery Downtown Durham113 S Elizabeth St13367493074Visit
Carolina BreweryBars & Clubs, Caterers, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Night Clubs, Taverns, Bars, Restaurant, Brew Pubs,460 W Franklin St9199421800Visit
Carolina Origins BreweryBrewery510 S Lasalle St
Foothills Brewing Beer Garden At Durham Athletic ParkBeer Garden and Brewery Bull Durham409 Blackwell St
Growler GrlzBrewery Tours, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities4810 Hope Valley Rd9199732755
Haw River Farmhouse AlesBrewery1713 Saxapahaw Bethlehem Church Rd3365259270Visit
Jc's Kitchenbrewery, cafeteria, food and drink, Restaurants, southern / soul food restaurant, Southern / Soul Fo706 E Main St9196806227Visit
Kipos Greek Tavernbreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge resta431 W Franklin St9194252750Visit
Lincoln Brewing Co. At Brier CreekBeer Store, Wine Shop, and Brewery2121 Tw Alexander Dr9199730533Visit
Mystery Brewing CompanyBrewery437 Dimmocks Mill Rd9196978379Visit
Ponysaurus BrewingBrewery, Beer Bar219 Hood St9784827701Visit
Roost At FearringtonSnack Place and Brewery2000 Fearrington Village Ctr9195421145
Safiya's CribNC">Brewery, NC">Home (private)3117 Wilderness Rd
Steel String BreweryBrewery106 S Greensboro St9192407215Visit
The Back Bar At Top of The HillBrewery and Bar100 E Franklin St9199298676
Yester YearsBreweries, Food & Drink300 E Main St9196495101

Cell Towers in Briar Chapel

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
ON JONES FERRY 4.6 MI WSWTOWER332
Pittsboro Cell Site - 1062 PITTSBORO FIRE TOWER ROADTOWER127
2408 BUCKHORN ROADTOWER126
(I40 Orange) 4425 ORANGE GROVE RDGTOWER96
Merry Oaks Cell Site - 220 NEW ELAM CHURCH RDTOWER92
GOVERNOR'S CLUB CELL SITE - 1957 LYSTRA ROADTOWER61

Bridges in Briar Chapel

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1970325,300G
CulvertSteel1985352,500F
SlabPrestressed concrete1980901,800F
CulvertSteel1975501,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19894351,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1955371,100F
CulvertSteel198840875F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2008144650G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1955100640F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron201836510G
CulvertSteel200734200G
CulvertSteel199125190F

Amtrak Stations in Briar Chapel

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Durham, NC601 West Main StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Briar Chapel

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARAUCO NORTH AMERICA, INC.985 CORINTH ROADCHATHAM
PERFORMANCE FIBERS, INC.338 PEA RDG RDWAKE

Airports Near Briar Chapel

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh-Durham International AirportRDULarge Airport
Danville Regional AirportDANMedium Airport
Johnston Regional AirportMedium Airport
Pope FieldPOBMedium Airport
Simmons Army Air FieldFBGMedium Airport
Air Harbor AirportSmall Airport
Bagwell AirportSmall Airport
Barclaysville FieldSmall Airport
Barker FieldSmall Airport
Bethany AirportSmall Airport
BHH Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Blackbriar AirportSmall Airport
Boyd FieldSmall Airport
Brooks FieldSmall Airport
Burlington Alamance Regional AirportSmall Airport
C A G Farms AirportSmall Airport
Caswell AirportSmall Airport
Causey AirportSmall Airport
Charles FieldSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Dakota Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dead Dog AirportSmall Airport
Dean FieldSmall Airport
Deck AirparkSmall Airport
Deer Run AirportSmall Airport
Derby AerodromeSmall Airport
Derksen AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Landing AirportSmall Airport
Eastover Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fiddleair AirportSmall Airport
Fields AirportSmall Airport
Flint Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Flyers AirparkSmall Airport
Fuquay Airport / Angier FieldSmall Airport
Gary Fox AirportSmall Airport
Gilliam-McConnell AirfieldSmall Airport
Greensboro Executive AirportSmall Airport
H & J Strip AirportSmall Airport
Hardaway FieldSmall Airport
Harnett Regional Jetport AirportSmall Airport
Henderson Oxford AirportSmall Airport
Hinshaw (Greenacres) AirportSmall Airport
Holeman FieldSmall Airport
Holland Drop Zone AirstripSmall Airport
K & D AirportSmall Airport
Kecks AirportSmall Airport
Kimrey AirportSmall Airport
Lake Ridge Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Larry F Warren FieldSmall Airport
Loop Field Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Briar Chapel

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
100 North Greensboro Street
516 Rigsbee Avenue
Central Business District Sub Station
Chapel Hill Police Station
District 3 substation8 Consultant Place
Duke University Police502 Oregon Street
Orange County Court House
Pittsboro Police Department635 East Street
Police Shooting Range
UNC Public Safety Building

Grocery Stores in Briar Chapel

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2720294Convenience Store11399 US 15 501 N
CVS Pharmacy 7321Other11314 US 15 501 Hwy N
Dollar Tree 5943Other11470 US 15 501 N
Faithfull FarmsFarmers and Markets1032 Ferguson Rd
HARRIS TEETER 137Super Store88 Chatham Downs
LOWES FOOD STORE 167Supermarket11312 HWY 15/501 NORTH
Refuel 1178Convenience Store11620 US 15 501 N

Post Offices in Briar Chapel

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office11620 US 15-501 North

Treatment Centers in Briar Chapel

19 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bicycle Health - TelehealthSubstance Abuse844-943-2514
Carolina HouseMental Health919-864-1004
Carolina Outreach LLCBoth919-251-9001
Dharma Counseling ServicesBoth919-737-8996
Durham County - Justice Services DepartmentSubstance Abuse919-560-0500
Durham Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of North Carolina LPSubstance Abuse919-286-1509 x28905
Eleanor Health - DurhamBoth919-765-8730
Freedom House Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse919-942-2803 x244
Freedom House Recovery Center - Chapel Hill Womens Halfway HouseSubstance Abuse919-942-2803 x213
Freedom House Recovery Center - Facility Based Crisis and Detox CenterSubstance Abuse919-942-2803 x217
Freedom House Recovery Center - Mens Halfway HouseSubstance Abuse919-425-5472
Freedom House Recovery Center - Mens Residential ProgramSubstance Abuse919-942-2803 x215
Freedom House Recovery Center - Womens Halfway HouseSubstance Abuse919-957-7386
Genesis SA/DWI/MH ServicesSubstance Abuse919-321-6643
Healing with CAARE IncSubstance Abuse919-451-0072
Morse Clinic Of Durham PCSubstance Abuse919-294-8621
RAPHA Healthcare ServicesSubstance Abuse919-471-5474
Reliable Health ServicesBoth919-596-9479 x1
Triangle Residential Options for - Substance Abusers Inc (TROSA)Substance Abuse919-419-1059

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Frequently Asked Questions About Briar Chapel

What is the population of Briar Chapel?

Briar Chapel has a population of 6,084 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 2,911 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Briar Chapel expensive to live in?

Briar Chapel is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $154,583, 106% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $508,300 (80% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,941 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Briar Chapel safe?

Briar Chapel is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,326 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Briar Chapel receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Briar Chapel?

Briar Chapel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Briar Chapel?

The unemployment rate in Briar Chapel is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $998. There are 2,182 business establishments in the area, including 119 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 36.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Briar Chapel?

The median home value in Briar Chapel is $508,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $422,372. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,941. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 94.2%. The average annual property tax is $5,662.

How are the schools in Briar Chapel?

Schools in Briar Chapel score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 79.4% of adults in Briar Chapel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. 42.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Briar Chapel?

The obesity rate in Briar Chapel is 24.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 12.9% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 72.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,067.

What is transportation like in Briar Chapel?

The average commute in Briar Chapel is 27 minutes. 57.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 36.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Briar Chapel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Briar Chapel is 76.1% White, 4.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 93.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.6% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 7.9% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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